Pet-Friendly Outings & Trails
Pet-Friendly
Old Forge Distillery
170 Old Mill AveIt's pet-friendly!
Sevierville's PetSafe Unleashed Dog Park
815-817 Park Rd18 minute drive from the cabin
If you'd love to take your dog for a walk inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Gatlinburg Trail is one of only two trails that dogs are permitted on.
This pleasant walk starts at the Sugarlands Visitor Center and follows the river 1.9 miles to Downtown Gatlinburg. On the way, you and your dog will see remnants of old cabins and you can access several spots by the river for a quick swim!
19 locals recommend
Gatlinburg Trail
Gatlinburg TrailIf you'd love to take your dog for a walk inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Gatlinburg Trail is one of only two trails that dogs are permitted on.
This pleasant walk starts at the Sugarlands Visitor Center and follows the river 1.9 miles to Downtown Gatlinburg. On the way, you and your dog will see remnants of old cabins and you can access several spots by the river for a quick swim!
Located on the banks of the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River, you'll find Patriot Park. This lovely spot in the heart of Pigeon Forge has a 0.5 mile walking trail past several war memorials to the veterans of Pigeon Forge.
From here, it's easy to take your pup to see the historic Old Mill, first built in the 1830s. If you'd like a longer walk, you can also reach the River Walk Greenway that follows the river as it snakes its way through town.
22 locals recommend
Patriot Park
186 Old Mill AveLocated on the banks of the West Prong of the Little Pigeon River, you'll find Patriot Park. This lovely spot in the heart of Pigeon Forge has a 0.5 mile walking trail past several war memorials to the veterans of Pigeon Forge.
From here, it's easy to take your pup to see the historic Old Mill, first built in the 1830s. If you'd like a longer walk, you can also reach the River Walk Greenway that follows the river as it snakes its way through town.
Dogs are not permitted on trails, but they can tag along in the car!
23 locals recommend
Cades Cove Loop Road
Cades Cove Loop RoadDogs are not permitted on trails, but they can tag along in the car!
Oconaluftee River Trail
Oconaluftee River Trail3.1 mile trail
The River Rat's Canoe Rental
4361 US-431Free tubing for your furry friend!
Hard Rock Cafe
2050 ParkwayPatio seating allows dogs.
Blue Moose Burgers & Wings
2430 Teaster LnDog-friendly patio seating
Nantahala National Forest
Traveler advice
Don't miss
Most hiking trails are not pet-friendly
There are only 2 trails within the national park that allow dogs due to it being a national park. Rangers will hand out fines if you are caught on a trail with a pet.